Home Canning
by Dana Douglas, MScFN, RD, LG&L District Health Unit
Home canning is a great way to preserve, but requires special attention and safe techniques to...
Steve Clark announces grant to expand Community Paramedicine
The Ontario government is investing $3,250,000 to expand the Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care program in Leeds-Grenville. This initiative will help more seniors on...
Holiday hours for Health Unit programs and services
submitted by Susan Healey
The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit will be closed for the holidays on the following days:
Friday, December 22,...
Wind phone at Beth Donovan Hospice
submitted by Sue Walker
Have you heard of a wind phone? The original wind phone inspiration and creation was done by Japanese garden designer Itaru...
North Grenville COVID-19 Assessment Centre increasing hours to help manage challenging viral season
The early arrival of the flu, a resurgence in respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, and the continued spread of COVID-19 have created a challenging...
Mental health portal closure is a bad idea
by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health
On February 8, 2024 the federal government announced that it would stop funding and close...
Prevention is the key to reducing the spread of Norovirus
submitted by Leeds, Grenville, and Lanark District Health Unit
Many health jurisdictions across Canada, including Ontario, are reporting increases in Norovirus and similar gastrointestinal illnesses back...
Spring Clean-Up Tips
by Katie Lamb, Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit
Finally, spring is here! When it comes to cleaning up the cottage, garage or shed...
Health Unit advises to be cautious during cold weather
The Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit would like to advise everyone to take appropriate precautions overnight as temperatures are expected to be...
Healthy Eating for the New Year
by Danielle Labonte, MAN, RD,
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
Mindful Eating
Mindful eating involves not only being aware of eating habits, but also...